Pardew leaving options open with Flamini

Former Arsenal midfielder Mathieu Flamini could be heading to Alan Pardew’s Crystal Palace.

After missing out on Jack Wilshere’s loan signing, Pardew is still keen to strengthen his squad, despite the transfer window closing.

The Eagles submitted a 24-man squad list to the Premier League, leaving them one available slot, which could be filled by a free agent.

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Flamini, who made 246 appearances during his two spells at Arsenal, is open to offers – with representatives already speaking with Roma, Olympiakos and his former club Milan.

Pardew is light in midfield following former captain Mile Jedinak’s summer move to Aston Villa and believes Flamini could be an ideal squad addition.

Meanwhile, new Palace keeper Steve Mandanda played the whole match as France beat Italy 3-1 in a friendly in Bari.

With Hugo Lloris out injured, Mandanda also looks set to win his 24th national camp in the World Cup qualifier against Belarus on Tuesday night.